12MUS

12 Music

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Lile.

Objectives

  • A practically based course with an emphasis on composition/song writing and performance but covering a broad range of musical knowledge and skills.
  • This course is designed to give students fundamental skills and knowledge for creating music.
  • Preparation for a more specialised Year 13 Music course.

Content

  • Performance – Instrumental/Voice – Solo and ensemble.
  • Listening skills.
  • Composition and instrumentation. 
  • Materials of music, study of music works including research.

Recommended Prior Learning

3 Achieved grades in Year 11 Music or HOD Music approval.

If you have not taken Year 11 Music, please write a note to describe your musical experience so far.

Subject and Associated Costs

Course Costs: $10.00 Resources.
Associated Costs: $95.00 Music tuition, APO concert.

Pathway

A career in music can take many forms. The traditional role of the musician is still very much alive, but with the advent of new technology, it’s possible to launch a career in music using other musical skills. Fresh ideas are always welcome in a market where most tracks sound similar, so if you have a talent for creating interesting beats and melodies, you could find yourself studying further or with a career that supports your passion for music.

Assessment Information

Standards which may be selected in addition to compulsory ones include: 91274, 91275. The core Achievement Standards of this course offer 28 credits. 7 credits are available through optional Achievement Standards.

Year 13 Music Guideline(s):
● An Achieved grade in 3 NCEA Level 2 Music Standards or approval from HOD.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 28
Internal Assessed Credits: 24
External Assessed Credits: 4
Optional Credits Available: 7
Optional Internal Assessed Credits: 3
Optional External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91270 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 6
Term: 3, Week: 7

A.S. 91271 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.4 - Compose two substantial pieces of music


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91272 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91273 v2
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.8 - Devise an instrumentation for an ensemble


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91276 v3
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of conventions in a range of music scores


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91278 v2
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.9 - Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 28
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Optional Assessments

This is an optional standard in this subject. Your full programme of learning will be negotiated with your teacher.

Optional Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91274 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.2 - Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91275 v3
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.5 - Demonstrate aural understanding through written representation


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 7
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

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Disclaimer

It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.